Dear Ex-wife Marry Me by Twin Bridge

When Zoey stepped out of the kitchen, her cheeks were still a rosy hue.

By chance, Nolan caught sight of her, raising an eyebrow before becoming even more convinced that Mommy always got shy around Daddy. Was this what liking someone was all about?

Hadn't Daddy said once that a girl's blush was worth more than anything?

He immediately felt a surge of happiness. As long as Mommy liked Daddy, they could recognize each other sooner.

As Zoey settled back into the couch, it was clear as day that Nolan's mood had taken a turn for the better.

It was rare for the boy to wear his heart on his sleeve, but in the short time Zoey had been here, he had slowly started to open up.

Fitch hadn't lied to her; her presence indeed had a positive effect on Nolan's condition.

After dinner, as the clock struck seven in the evening, Zoey caught wind of the news about a grand fireworks show happening tonight, just about two miles from the mansion.

The itch to see it grew within her, and noticing Nolan had already fallen asleep, she decided to discuss it with Fitch.

"I'm thinking of stepping out for a bit."

Fitch, paperwork in hand, seemed to flinch at her words.

Feeling a bit awkward, Zoey added, "Nolan's asleep, and I heard there's a fireworks show in Greenfield tonight. Mr. James, a renowned fireworks artist, is behind it. I'd love to check it out." Fitch didn't respond, prompting Zoey to turn around.

"I'll be back in three hours."

taken a few steps when she heard footsteps behind

"I'll come with you."

no need. I can have the

some reason, she felt Fitch wasn't too thrilled about

Zoey couldn't shake off the

yet the fleeting landscapes through the

the names of the buildings they passed, leading

grip tightened on the armrest

unable to pinpoint

when

Suddenly, she

immediately

fixed on a sign far too

Fitch, "Is this an entertainment

seemed so familiar, yet

offering a noncommittal

was none

faces adorning the exterior were those of celebrities Zoey

realized time

to ease into things, but Zoey wasn't a puppet. Seeing Greenfield tonight, her desire to explore would only grow, and it was only a matter of time before she

today, or

right now, she didn't even